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French Curve Rush Seat Bench
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French Curve Rush Seat Bench

19th century
Sold 10 September 2025 · Graham Price Antiques Ltd.
This “French Curve Rush Seat Bench” found a buyer.

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Description

A French rush seat canapé with beechwood frame. Late 19th century.

The rush seat is in good condition and the ladder back frame has nice carved details.

Width 104cm (41")

Depth 59cm (23.25")

Height 90cm (35.5")

Seat height 36cm (14.25")

*Price includes VAT

If you have any questions about this item or would like us to provide you with a shipping quote please to send us an email or call Byron any time on +447834728628. If you wish to arrange your own courier, or collect in person, that’s fine.

You can contact us for an invoice to make payment by bank transfer.

We keep a large stock of antique furniture and decorative items at all times. If you are looking for something specific we have lots of stock not listed online so it is always worth asking.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

Graham Price Antiques Ltd. has dated this Rush Seat Bench to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1114377
Description
A French rush seat canapé with beechwood frame. Late 19th century.

The rush seat is in good condition and the ladder back frame has nice carved details.

Width 104cm (41")

Depth 59cm (23.25")

Height 90cm (35.5")

fig 1. A wooden bench featuring a multi-tiered ladder back with scalloped profiles and a woven rush seat.
fig 1. French Curve Rush Seat Bench

Seat height 36cm (14.25")

Price includes VAT

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If you have any questions about this item or would like us to provide you with a shipping quote please to send us an email or call Byron any time on +447834728628.
Graham Price Antiques Ltd.

If you wish to arrange your own courier, or collect in person, that’s fine.

fig 2. A wooden bench featuring a multi-tiered ladder back with scalloped profiles and a woven rush seat.
fig 2. French Curve Rush Seat Bench

You can contact us for an invoice to make payment by bank transfer.

We keep a large stock of antique furniture and decorative items at all times. If you are looking for something specific we have lots of stock not listed online so it is always worth asking.

We have a large warehouse and showrooms open to the trade by appointment. Please get in touch if you would like to come and visit us.

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Graham Price Antiques Ltd. has dated this Rush Seat Bench to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1114377
Graham Price Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2024
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Archive I A wooden bench featuring a multi-tiered ladder back with scalloped profiles and a woven rush seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Curve Rush Seat Bench

Archive II A wooden bench featuring a multi-tiered ladder back with scalloped profiles and a woven rush seat. View II
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Archive VI A wooden bench featuring a multi-tiered ladder back with scalloped profiles and a woven rush seat. View VI
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Graham Price Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07834 728628
Location
Near Heathfield
East Sussex
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/grahampriceantiques
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Items Sold 386
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A wooden bench featuring a multi-tiered ladder back with scalloped profiles and a woven rush seat.
French Curve Rush Seat Bench
Ref: SA1114377
A wooden bench featuring a multi-tiered ladder back with scalloped profiles and a woven rush seat.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBenches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCountry Vernacular
  • MaterialWood, Rush
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsLadder back, Scalloped top rails, Woven rush seat, Turned uprights
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 104 cm (41 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

FAQs

Rush seat benches and chairs have roots in European vernacular furniture, particularly in French and English country traditions, where local craftsmen utilised readily available natural materials for domestic seating.

These pieces traditionally combine local hardwoods such as oak, elm, or beech for the structural frame, paired with woven marsh grass or rush for the seat platform.

Authenticity is typically determined by examining construction methods such as hand-turned components, traditional joinery, the natural ageing and patination of the wood, and the tightness and wear patterns of the hand-woven rush.

Such pieces function well as accent seating in hallways, living rooms, or bedrooms, adding organic texture and warmth that contrasts effectively with modern minimalist design.

Rush seats should be kept away from direct moisture and high humidity to prevent rotting. Maintenance involves gentle dusting with a soft brush and occasional light vacuuming using a low-suction attachment.
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